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Travel Scrabble - Portable Scrabble Edition

Travel Scrabble is a portable Scrabble Edition designed for a family or group of friends taking a road trip in the car. Travel Scrabble rules are the same as Classic Scrabble.

Travel Scrabble Overview

Travel Scrabble plays with the same exact rules as Classic Scrabble. From 2 to 4 players try to form words on the board, always playing off one of the words already on the board. Each letter has a certain point value, so players add up the value of each letter in a word to calculate their score.

There is now way you can play Classic Scrabble inside a moving car. The letter tiles would slip off the board or at the very least shift about. It would be hard to keep track of the score, because you need a pen and paper to tally the scores.

Scrabble is a wonderful family game, so it's a natural game to play on the road. So Hasbro designed Travel SCRABBLE to meet the needs of the word game playing family.

Travel Scrabble Board and Tiles

The Travel Scrabble gameboard is similar to the Scrabble Deluxe board. It is designed to have the letter tiles snap into the game board. This secures the pieces, making sure the letter tiles remain on the board for the remainder of the game.

Travel Scrabble Letter Racks

The letter racks in Travel Scrabble have a similar function to the game board. When you place the letter tiles on a rack, the tiles fit snugly into the rack. This means you won't have letter tiles falling off the rack into the car floor.

These letter racks are designed to hide the letters from the other players, when the car is stopped or because the opponents are all sitting on the same side of the board.

The Integral Scorer

The Travel Scrabble board also has four scoring mechanisms on its side. This allows you to tally scores for up to four contestants. Players don't have to write on a piece of paper with no writing surface, but simply keep score as they go. I think this is an innovation which would work well in a Deluxe edition of Scrabble.

Travel Scrabble Carrying Case

The Travel Scrabble travel case is meant to keep the entire set in an easily handled, easily stored unit. The case is only 23" by 15" x 5", so it will fit under the seat of most cars.

Travel Scrabble has a sleak look to it. The letter tiles are the same color as the Classic SCRABBLE set, though the cloth tile bag is an improvement over the standard plastic Scrabble tile bag in the non-Deluxe models. The dark board is probably the best looking Scrabble board outside of Onyx Scrabble.

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• Compact edition of the world-famous work game
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• Built in playing surface to hold tiles in place
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• For 2-4 players

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This is another edition of the world-famous popular word game for two to four players. The object of the game is to compete for the highest score by forming interlocking words in cross-word fashion on the Scrabble board using tiles displaying letters with various score values. Higher scores can be obtained by using the tiles in locations and combinations that make most use of the letter values and premium squares (eg: triple letter score, double word score, etc.) on the board. The manufacturers recommend that the game is suitable for people age 10 years upwards, which is more or less accurate though slightly younger children could play, especially if there is some measure of supervision. Contents: there is a moulded plastic travel case, 23x12x5 cm, which features a built-in playing board with a non-slip surface uniquely designed to hold the special tiles which fit securely on the board. There is no need for paper and pencil to score as there is an integral scoring device on the edge of the board for each player. All the contents can be safely and tidily stored away inside the moulded case. There are four storage racks which are specially designed to hold tiles in place during the playing of the game and which keep them hidden when they are packed away if play has to be interrupted. There are 100 tiles of various values, a cloth bag to hold the tiles and a rules leaflet which is explicit and easy to follow.

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This is an excellent, compact version of Scrabble which should give hours of pleasure when on the move. -- Susan Naylor

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Customers like the quality, fun, and stability of the tabletop game. For example, they mention it's an ideal way to pass the time, useful for taking on holiday, and the pieces fit together like Legos. That said, opinions are mixed on size, durability, and ease of use.

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Customers like the quality of the tabletop game. They say it's well designed, excellent, and robust. Some say it is a fantastic version of the original board game and useful for long air trips.

"...Incidentally, the letters bag is strong and of good quality so perhaps the manufacturers have taken heed of previous negative comments in this..." Read more

"...The game seems to me to be robust and quite good enough to give much pleasure provided it is treated with the respect that a plastic product should..." Read more

"...However I warn that it is not suitable for passing the time on long haul flights. The tiles are small and it is quite easy to drop one or two...." Read more

"...I'm happy with it. Small, neat, compact and functional .JMS" Read more

Customers are mixed about the durability of the tabletop game. Some mention that it's well made and will last for years, while others say that the case seems flimsy and complicated, and the plastic boards and legs are not strong enough.

"...It is reasonably robust , but the reason I have docked it a star for durability is because there was a very slight crack, which could have happened..." Read more

"...for hand luggage and taking to the local taverna, but the build is disappointing ...." Read more

"...to be true, but alas I was happy to be wrong, this is in excellent condition as described along with a little note to explain how to open the..." Read more

Customers find the game fun and educational. They also say it's compact and useful for taking on holiday. Customers also mention that playing Scrabble is relaxing.

"...large for a travel set, but it's a trade off between being comfortable to play , and portability, and gets it just right...." Read more

"...We find playing Scrabble really relaxing . Typically a game takes about 90 minutes...." Read more

"... Fun to play while under the influence of alcohol, and more so when one player is using Afrikaans and the other is using English!..." Read more

"A well thought out variation of Scrabble, ideal for play while 'in transit '...." Read more

Customers like the stability of the game. They mention that it's well designed to stay in place, the pieces click into place, and the board folds in half. Some say that the racks are tight but you can cover your letter.

"...One great feature is that because the pieces 'click' into place , you can fold the board up mid game, and continue at a later time if you wish...." Read more

"...The pouch is just a standard one and the tile racks are tight but you can cover your letter and keep it in your pocket etc...." Read more

"...difficult to handle compared to our old set and it is more difficult to move the tiles in the holders...." Read more

"...The board folds in half and the tiles stay in place ...." Read more

Customers find the travel scrabble excellent, well-designed, and a good game while travelling.

" Very practical for travelling and home use as the tiles are clear just a little bit smaller than the normal size scrabble." Read more

"I love scrabble & this travel scrabble is excellent , keeps everything together, obviously small than the original game but its great for taking away..." Read more

" good game while travelling ." Read more

" Well-designed for Travelling ..." Read more

Customers like the storage of the tabletop game. They mention that there is adequate storage under the play area, it can hold everything within its case, and the tile holders are cleverly stored inside the board.

"...particularly the way that it is self-contained and can hold everything within its case ...." Read more

"...There is adequate storage under the play area for every thing that comes with the game but once again I repeat you must read the instructions that..." Read more

"...Tiles neatly stay on the board no matter what. The tile holders are cleverly stored inside the board. Only wish I could score a bit better!" Read more

"Product is extremely durable with storage compartments for the tiles behind the board. The board folds in half for compact and easy storage...." Read more

Customers are mixed about the size of the tabletop game. Some mention it's a nice size to fit in your hand luggage or your back pack and well designed to stay in place. However, others say that the item itself is too small and the tiles are too tight a fit in the racks.

"...It is compact , about the size of a largish paperback book, perhaps the thickness of a Bible...." Read more

"...The tiles are small and it is quite easy to drop one or two. If you do so in flight you can be sure you will not be able to find them...." Read more

"...It's quite large for a travel set , but it's a trade off between being comfortable to play, and portability, and gets it just right...." Read more

"...The tiles dont easily fit into the board and and not gripped in they can spring out. The clasp to hold it together when closed, hopeless...." Read more

Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention that it's nice and compact, the game is easy to use, and the scoring round the, while others say that it is not user friendly, takes a while to sort out the words within the holders, and is a bit fiddly to click in. The case seems flimsy and complicated, and there is scope to easily damage.

"...5 star rating is the tiles are a little small and therefore a bit fiddly to click in when the board is beginning to fill up...." Read more

"...Everything can be packed up mid game without the letters falling off the board... also the racks have covers that roll over to hide the tiles when..." Read more

"Case seems flimsy and complicated , there is scope to easily damage hinges & catches. Treat it gently!..." Read more

"A bit disappointing - quality built but not user friendly . (Like it came from a Russian shipyard)...." Read more

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Scrabble Board Sizes (Standard And Travel)

Last updated on September 22nd, 2023 at 01:13 pm

The classic board game Scrabble encourages players to create long words out of a limited number of tiles, building off each player’s previous word.

Because the board and tiles offer such a simple setup, many people choose to create Scrabble boards in their own color scheme or style.

Knowing the dimensions of the board and playing pieces can help you make your own game, or it can give you more information about the classic board game itself.

Standard Board Size

The Scrabble board is made up of squares upon which letters can be placed to build words. A standard board has 15 rows and 15 columns, for a total of 225 squares. Each square is 1 inch by 1 inch or 25.4 millimeters by 25.4 millimeters.

At its very smallest, therefore, a standard Scrabble board could be 15 inches by 15 inches. However, traditional standard boards also feature a margin and a space for the game’s title.

The board’s margins are about 1 inch wide all around the board. This adds an extra 2 inches to the overall width of the board.

The size of the title space can vary from board to board, but most are only between half an inch and 1 inch wide, although fancier board designs can feature titles that are as much as 7 inches wide.

This means that the size of a standard Scrabble board is usually 17 inches or 43.18 centimeters by 17.5 to 18 inches or 44.45 to 45.72 centimeters, but these boards can be as large as 17 inches by 24 inches.

Each Scrabble tile has one letter, plus the value of that letter, printed on it. These tiles are traditionally made of wood, but some modern tiles are made of plastic.

Each tile is a 0.75-inch or 19.05-millimeter square, and these tiles almost always have a thickness of about 4 millimeters or around 0.16 inches.

There are 100 tiles in total for standard play. All of the tiles have a letter on them except for two, which are left blank. These blank tiles act as wildcards and can be used to substitute for a letter a player does not have.

Tile Rack Size

At the start of the game, each player is given a wooden tile rack. This lets players organize their tiles while still keeping them hidden. The tile rack measures 7 inches or 17.78 centimeters wide. It’s about 1 inch or 25.4 millimeters tall.

Travel Scrabble Sizes

Travel Scrabble is played the same way as standard Scrabble, but the game boards are smaller and often fold into a box shape, which holds the tiles and tile racks.

The size of travel Scrabble games has changed over the years. The most recent version, which was released in 2001, features a board measuring 24.5 centimeters by 21 centimeters, or about 9.65 inches by 8.27 inches.

The tiles are about 12.3 millimeters or 0.48 inches square and about 0.26 inches or 6.7 millimeters thick.

In the most modern travel version, the tiles click into plastic depressions in the board, which helps to keep them in place even if you’re playing as a passenger in a car or airplane.

The board can also be folded and stored with the tiles in place, saving your game even if you need to pause during play.

The 1980s travel Scrabble game was much smaller than the more recent travel Scrabble release. This version, released by Selchow & Richter, was designed as a pocket Scrabble game.

The game was popular with backpackers and campers, as it took up very little space.

The first travel Scrabble game was released in 1954. It was 8.5 inches or 21.59 centimeters tall and 7.75 inches or 19.69 centimeters wide.

The box was metal, and each tile, which was made of Bakelite, contained a magnet that stuck to the board when it was open. The tile racks were made of chrome.

Super Scrabble

Super Scrabble is played the same way as regular Scrabble, but there are more squares on the board. Instead of a 15 by 15 square set up, Super Scrabble uses a 21 by 21 square set up.

The board for a Super Scrabble Game is usually about 23 inches or 58.42 centimeters wide and between 24 and 25 inches or 60.96 and 63.5 centimeters tall.

The squares on a Super Scrabble board are all 1 inch wide and tall, and the tiles are the same size as those used on a standard board.

Letter Distribution

All 26 letters are represented on the Scrabble tiles, but some occur more often than others. For example, the letters Q, J, X, K, and Z are on only one tile each.

The letter E, on the other hand, is on 12 tiles. The letters A and I are on nine tiles, O is on eight tiles, N, R, and T are on six tiles, L, S, U, and D are on four tiles, and the letter G is on three tiles.

The letters C, B, F, H, M, P, V, W, and Y are on two tiles each.

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Customers like the portability of the tabletop game. They mention it's great for travel, especially in the car on long road trips. Some say it'll also be a great company keeper on long trips.

"...Takes up a bit more room than expected. Good for a car ride , not so much for planes (takes up too much luggage space)...." Read more

"I liked the size and the fact it is easily transported but the tiles won't fit in the holder very well. They are hard to get out." Read more

" Great for in the car on long road trips, especially for kids...." Read more

"This is great for the car and hotels . Or just to Grandmas house...." Read more

Customers find the tiles too small and odd for daily home use. They also say the letters are small and hard to see. Some say the trays are too tight and there's no space to manipulate the tiles.

"... Takes up a bit more room than expected . Good for a car ride, not so much for planes (takes up too much luggage space)...." Read more

"...Well made but could use a second set of tiles since they're an odd size ...." Read more

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"...It can be entertaining but I think what I hate most is the size of the tiles . They're pretty tiny and is not easy to handle even for an 8yo...." Read more

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I just got back from one week in Moscow. And, as you might have already guessed, it was a mind-boggling experience. It was not my first trip to the Russian capital. But I hardly ever got enough time to explore this sprawling city. Visiting places for business rarely leaves enough time for sightseeing. I think that if you’ve got one week in Russia, you can also consider splitting your time between its largest cities (i.e. Saint Petersburg ) to get the most out of your trip. Seven days will let you see the majority of the main sights and go beyond just scratching the surface. In this post, I’m going to share with you my idea of the perfect travel itinerary for one week in Moscow.

Moscow is perhaps both the business and cultural hub of Russia. There is a lot more to see here than just the Kremlin and Saint Basil’s Cathedral. Centuries-old churches with onion-shaped domes dotted around the city are in stark contrast with newly completed impressive skyscrapers of Moscow City dominating the skyline. I spent a lot of time thinking about my Moscow itinerary before I left. And this city lived up to all of my expectations.

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Day 1 – red square and the kremlin.

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No trip to Moscow would be complete without seeing its main attraction. The Red Square is just a stone’s throw away from several metro stations. It is home to some of the most impressive architectural masterpieces in the city. The first thing you’ll probably notice after entering it and passing vendors selling weird fur hats is the fairytale-like looking Saint Basil’s Cathedral. It was built to commemorate one of the major victories of Ivan the Terrible. I once spent 20 minutes gazing at it, trying to find the perfect angle to snap it. It was easier said than done because of the hordes of locals and tourists.

As you continue strolling around Red Square, there’s no way you can miss Gum. It was widely known as the main department store during the Soviet Era. Now this large (yet historic) shopping mall is filled with expensive boutiques, pricey eateries, etc. During my trip to Moscow, I was on a tight budget. So I only took a retro-style stroll in Gum to get a rare glimpse of a place where Soviet leaders used to grocery shop and buy their stuff. In case you want some modern shopping experience, head to the Okhotny Ryad Shopping Center with stores like New Yorker, Zara, and Adidas.

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To continue this Moscow itinerary, next you may want to go inside the Kremlin walls. This is the center of Russian political power and the president’s official residence. If you’re planning to pay Kremlin a visit do your best to visit Ivan the Great Bell Tower as well. Go there as early as possible to avoid crowds and get an incredible bird’s-eye view. There are a couple of museums that are available during designated visiting hours. Make sure to book your ticket online and avoid lines.

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If you find yourself in Moscow during the winter months, I’d recommend going with Radisson boat cruise. These are often more expensive (yet comfy). They offer refreshments like tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and, of course, alcoholic drinks. Prices may vary but mostly depend on your food and drink selection. Find their main pier near the opulent Ukraine hotel . The hotel is one of the “Seven Sisters”, so if you’re into the charm of Stalinist architecture don’t miss a chance to stay there.

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The hallmark of the memorial complex and the first thing you see as you exit metro is the statue of Nike mounted to its column. This is a very impressive Obelisk with a statue of Saint George slaying the dragon at its base.

Maybe not as impressive as Shanghai’s Oriental Pearl Tower , the skyscrapers of the Moscow City (otherwise known as Moscow International Business Center) are so drastically different from dull Soviet architecture. With 239 meters and 60 floors, the Empire Tower is the seventh highest building in the business district.

The observation deck occupies 56 floor from where you have some panoramic views of the city. I loved the view in the direction of Moscow State University and Luzhniki stadium as well to the other side with residential quarters. The entrance fee is pricey, but if you’re want to get a bird’s eye view, the skyscraper is one of the best places for doing just that.

Day 4 – VDNKh, Worker and Collective Farm Woman Monument, The Ostankino TV Tower

Metro Station: VDNKh on Orange Line

VDNKh is one of my favorite attractions in Moscow. The weird abbreviation actually stands for Russian vystavka dostizheniy narodnogo khozyaystva (Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy). With more than 200 buildings and 30 pavilions on the grounds, VDNKh serves as an open-air museum. You can easily spend a full day here since the park occupies a very large area.

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First, there are pavilions that used to showcase different cultures the USSR was made of. Additionally, there is a number of shopping pavilions, as well as Moskvarium (an Oceanarium) that features a variety of marine species. VDNKh is a popular venue for events and fairs. There is always something going on, so I’d recommend checking their website if you want to see some particular exhibition.

A stone’s throw away from VDNKh there is a very distinctive 25-meters high monument. Originally built in 1937 for the world fair in Paris, the hulking figures of men and women holding a hammer and a sickle represent the Soviet idea of united workers and farmers. It doesn’t take much time to see the monument, but visiting it gives some idea of the Soviet Union’s grandiose aspirations.

I have a thing for tall buildings. So to continue my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow I decided to climb the fourth highest TV tower in the world. This iconic 540m tower is a fixture of the skyline. You can see it virtually from everywhere in Moscow, and this is where you can get the best panoramic views (yep, even better than Empire skyscraper).

Parts of the floor are made of tempered glass, so it can be quite scary to exit the elevator. But trust me, as you start observing buildings and cars below, you won’t want to leave. There is only a limited number of tickets per day, so you may want to book online. Insider tip: the first tour is cheaper, you can save up to $10 if go there early.

Day 5 – A Tour To Moscow Manor Houses

Metro Station: Kolomenskoye, Tsaritsyno on Dark Green Line / Kuskovo on Purple Line

I love visiting the manor houses and palaces in Moscow. These opulent buildings were generally built to house Russian aristocratic families and monarchs. Houses tend to be rather grand affairs with impressive architecture. And, depending on the whims of the owners, some form of a landscaped garden.

During the early part of the 20th century though, many of Russia’s aristocratic families (including the family of the last emperor) ended up being killed or moving abroad . Their manor houses were nationalized. Some time later (after the fall of the USSR) these were open to the public. It means that today a great many of Moscow’s finest manor houses and palaces are open for touring.

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There are 20 manor houses scattered throughout the city and more than 25 in the area around. But not all of them easily accessible and exploring them often takes a lot of time. I’d recommend focusing on three most popular estates in Moscow that are some 30-minute metro ride away from Kremlin.

Sandwiched between the Moscow River and the Andropov Avenue, Kolomenskoye is a UNESCO site that became a public park in the 1920’s. Once a former royal estate, now it is one of the most tranquil parks in the city with gorgeous views. The Ascension Church, The White Column, and the grounds are a truly grand place to visit.

You could easily spend a full day here, exploring a traditional Russian village (that is, in fact, a market), picnicking by the river, enjoying the Eastern Orthodox church architecture, hiking the grounds as well as and wandering the park and gardens with wildflower meadows, apple orchards, and birch and maple groves. The estate museum showcases Russian nature at its finest year-round.

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If my travel itinerary for one week in Moscow was a family tree, Tsaritsyno Park would probably be the crazy uncle that no-one talks about. It’s a large park in the south of the city of mind-boggling proportions, unbelievable in so many ways, and yet most travelers have never heard of it.

The palace was supposed to be a summer home for Empress Catherine the Great. But since the construction didn’t meet with her approval the palace was abandoned. Since the early 1990’s the palace, the pond, and the grounds have been undergoing renovations. The entire complex is now looking brighter and more elaborately decorated than at possibly any other time during its history. Like most parks in Moscow, you can visit Tsaritsyno free of charge, but there is a small fee if you want to visit the palace.

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Last, but by no means least on my Moscow itinerary is Kuskovo Park . This is definitely an off-the-beaten-path place. While it is not easily accessible, you will be rewarded with a lack of crowds. This 18th-century summer country house of the Sheremetev family was one of the first summer country estates of the Russian nobility. And when you visit you’ll quickly realize why locals love this park.

Like many other estates, Kuskovo has just been renovated. So there are lovely French formal garden, a grotto, and the Dutch house to explore. Make sure to plan your itinerary well because the estate is some way from a metro station.

Day 6 – Explore the Golden Ring

Creating the Moscow itinerary may keep you busy for days with the seemingly endless amount of things to do. Visiting the so-called Golden Ring is like stepping back in time. Golden Ring is a “theme route” devised by promotion-minded journalist and writer Yuri Bychkov.

Having started in Moscow the route will take you through a number of historical cities. It now includes Suzdal, Vladimir, Kostroma, Yaroslavl and Sergiev Posad. All these awe-inspiring towns have their own smaller kremlins and feature dramatic churches with onion-shaped domes, tranquil residential areas, and other architectural landmarks.

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I only visited two out of eight cities included on the route. It is a no-brainer that Sergiev Posad is the nearest and the easiest city to see on a day trip from Moscow. That being said, you can explore its main attractions in just one day. Located some 70 km north-east of the Russian capital, this tiny and overlooked town is home to Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO Site.

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Sergiev Posad is often described as being at the heart of Russian spiritual life. So it is uncommon to see the crowds of Russian pilgrims showing a deep reverence for their religion. If you’re traveling independently and using public transport, you can reach Sergiev Posad by bus (departs from VDNKh) or by suburban commuter train from Yaroslavskaya Railway Station (Bahnhof). It takes about one and a half hours to reach the town.

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a great place to get a glimpse of filling and warming Russian lunch, specifically at the “ Gostevaya Izba ” restaurant. Try the duck breast, hearty potato and vegetables, and the awesome Napoleon cake.

Day 7 – Gorky Park, Izmailovo Kremlin, Patriarch’s Ponds

Metro Station: Park Kultury or Oktyabrskaya on Circle Line / Partizanskaya on Dark Blue Line / Pushkinskaya on Dark Green Line

Gorky Park is in the heart of Moscow. It offers many different types of outdoor activities, such as dancing, cycling, skateboarding, walking, jogging, and anything else you can do in a park. Named after Maxim Gorky, this sprawling and lovely park is where locals go on a picnic, relax and enjoy free yoga classes. It’s a popular place to bike around, and there is a Muzeon Art Park not far from here. A dynamic location with a younger vibe. There is also a pier, so you can take a cruise along the river too.

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The Kremlin in Izmailovo is by no means like the one you can find near the Red Square. Originally built for decorative purposes, it now features the Vernissage flea market and a number of frequent fairs, exhibitions, and conferences. Every weekend, there’s a giant flea market in Izmailovo, where dozens of stalls sell Soviet propaganda crap, Russian nesting dolls, vinyl records, jewelry and just about any object you can imagine. Go early in the morning if you want to beat the crowds.

All the Bulgakov’s fans should pay a visit to Patriarch’s Ponds (yup, that is plural). With a lovely small city park and the only one (!) pond in the middle, the location is where the opening scene of Bulgakov’s novel Master and Margarita was set. The novel is centered around a visit by Devil to the atheistic Soviet Union is considered by many critics to be one of the best novels of the 20th century. I spent great two hours strolling the nearby streets and having lunch in the hipster cafe.

Conclusion and Recommendations

To conclude, Moscow is a safe city to visit. I have never had a problem with getting around and most locals are really friendly once they know you’re a foreigner. Moscow has undergone some serious reconstruction over the last few years. So you can expect some places to be completely different. I hope my one week Moscow itinerary was helpful! If you have less time, say 4 days or 5 days, I would cut out day 6 and day 7. You could save the Golden Ring for a separate trip entirely as there’s lots to see!

What are your thoughts on this one week Moscow itinerary? Are you excited about your first time in the city? Let me know in the comments below!

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24 comments.

Ann Snook-Moreau

Moscow looks so beautiful and historic! Thanks for including public transit information for those of us who don’t like to rent cars.

MindTheTravel

Yup, that is me 🙂 Rarely rent + stick to the metro = Full wallet!

Mariella Blago

Looks like you had loads of fun! Well done. Also great value post for travel lovers.

Thanks, Mariella!

I have always wanted to go to Russia, especially Moscow. These sights look absolutely beautiful to see and there is so much history there!

Agree! Moscow is a thousand-year-old city and there is definitely something for everyone.

Tara Pittman

Those are amazing buildings. Looks like a place that would be amazing to visit.

Adriana Lopez

Never been to Moscow or Russia but my family has. Many great spots and a lot of culture. Your itinerary sounds fantastic and covers a lot despite it is only a short period of time.

What was their favourite thing about Russia?

Gladys Parker

I know very little about Moscow or Russia for the\at matter. I do know I would have to see the Red Square and all of its exquisite architectural masterpieces. Also the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE SAVIOUR. Thanks for shedding some light on visiting Moscow.

Thanks for swinging by! The Red Square is a great starting point, but there way too many places and things to discover aside from it!

Ruthy @ Percolate Kitchen

You are making me so jealous!! I’ve always wanted to see Russia.

Moscow is in my bucket list, I don’t know when I can visit there, your post is really useful. As a culture rich place we need to spend at least week.

DANA GUTKOWSKI

Looks like you had a great trip! Thanks for all the great info! I’ve never been in to Russia, but this post makes me wanna go now!

Wow this is amazing! Moscow is on my bucket list – such an amazing place to visit I can imagine! I can’t wait to go there one day!

The building on the second picture looks familiar. I keep seeing that on TV.

Reesa Lewandowski

What beautiful moments! I always wish I had the personality to travel more like this!

Perfect itinerary for spending a week in Moscow! So many places to visit and it looks like you had a wonderful time. I would love to climb that tower. The views I am sure must have been amazing!

I was lucky enough to see the skyline of Moscow from this TV Tower and it is definitely mind-blowing.

Chelsea Pearl

Moscow is definitely up there on my travel bucket list. So much history and iconic architecture!

Thumbs up! 🙂

Blair Villanueva

OMG I dream to visit Moscow someday! Hope the visa processing would be okay (and become more affordable) so I could pursue my dream trip!

Yup, visa processing is the major downside! Agree! Time and the money consuming process…

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